noun
jewellery
JOOL-ree
noun
1
Ornamental items such as rings, necklaces, and bracelets, typically made from precious metals or stones.
"She kept her jewellery in a small locked box."
How to Use Jewellery
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDecorative items like rings and necklaces worn on the body.
UK vs US
This is the standard British and Commonwealth spelling; American English generally uses "jewelry".
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Word Forms
jewelleries plural
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